Which risk increased when the Han Dynasty transitioned to cast iron plows?

💡 Explanation

Atmospheric corrosion risk increased because the grain structure lacked chromium via work hardening, and therefore iron more rapidly oxidized with exposure to moisture and soil rather than a slower rusting seen with wrought iron.

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